20 Mar 2020 --- Victory Hemp Foods has entered into a strategic partnership with Applied Food Sciences (AFS) to “dramatically expand” the range of products in which hemp grains can be used as ingredients. AFS is an ingredient supplier specializing in botanical extracts for food, beverages and supplements and is a supply partner with several leading food and beverage brands. The move will push hemp as a protein source and taps into the surging popularity of plant-based ingredients, particularly proteins, driven by health and eco-conscious consumers.